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Compact four-channel audio mixer with XLR and USB inputs, dark finish, RGB lighting, faders and knobs on top panel

Alesis KS5 4-Channel Audio Mixer with XLR/USB Inputs

SKU CH-QTY2-C92NT

Four-channel mixer with XLR and USB inputs for streaming and podcasting, includes RGB lighting and headphone monitoring

  • Spec summaryKS5, FIFINE, 4, XLR, USB
  • Audio inputsXLR, USB
  • Audio channels4
  • Power supplyXLR/USB, false
  • Measurements14.33 in W × 12.83 in H × 9.06 in D
  • Product typeMicrophone
  • 4-channel mixer gives individual mute, monitoring and volume fader per channel
  • XLR and USB inputs let you connect dynamic mic or use USB directly
  • RGB lighting on mixer and mic adds visual atmosphere for streaming
  • Supports 32 or 64 ohm wired headphones for real-time monitoring
  • Compact 14.33in W x 12.83in H x 9.06in D footprint fits desktop setups

Gaming Audio Mixer with Four Channels

The Alesis KS5 is a four-channel audio mixer built for streamers and podcasters who want hands-on control of microphone and playback levels. It combines XLR and USB inputs so a dynamic microphone can be connected directly or switched to USB for simpler setups. RGB lighting on the panel adds visual feedback that matches a gaming-themed workspace. The unit is powered over USB and does not require an external power supply.

Thermals Noise and Power Draw

Passive cooling keeps the mixer silent during long sessions because there are no fans or moving parts. Power is drawn entirely from the USB connection, so the device adds negligible load to the host computer and produces no audible electrical noise. The aluminium chassis dissipates the small amount of heat generated by the pre-amps and headphone amplifier without any temperature rise that the user can feel.

Wired Headphone Monitoring Requirement

Real-time voice monitoring works only with 3.5 mm wired headphones rated at 32 or 64 ohms impedance; wireless headsets are not supported. The MIC MONITOR button must be engaged and the headphone channel volume set above zero to hear the microphone signal. When the dynamic microphone is connected via XLR its onboard mute button and RGB controls are disabled, so all adjustments are made from the mixer surface.

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Price $121.99
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Specifications

Product
Brand nameAlesis
Product lineFD2302KS5
Model nameKS5
Part numberFD2302KS5
Product typeMicrophone
Audio & video
Audio inputsXLR, USB
Audio channels4
Power
Power supplyXLR/USB, false
Battery timeNo
Size & build
Measurements14.33 in W × 12.83 in H × 9.06 in D
Product weight1.461 kg

Questions about this item

How do I install the KS5 mixer and what step is often missed?

Connect the XLR microphone to one of the four channels, set the mixer as the default input and output device on the computer, then turn on the MIC MONITOR button so the white light shows it is active.

What maintenance will the KS5 mixer need over time?

The mixer has no user-serviceable parts; keep the 3.5 mm headphone jack and XLR sockets free of dust and ensure the 32 or 64 ohm wired headphones remain in good condition.

What limit appears first during long streaming sessions with the KS5?

The mixer must stay powered by the host USB connection; if the computer suspends the USB port the unit loses power and audio stops.

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